1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1998 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Alfasud | Safari |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
